RECENT OBITUARIES
LOCAL OBITUARIES FOR ALBUQUERQUE, NM, BERNALILLO COUNTY & SURROUNDING AREAS.
Lloyd W. Hoover
July 7, 2025
With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Lloyd William Hoover, a devoted husband, father, and esteemed minister, who left this world on July 7, 2025, at the age of 87. Born on May 27, 1938, in Fremont, Nebraska, Lloyd led a life characterized by service, faith, and love, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.A graduate of...
Lisandro Rivera Jr.
July 7, 2025
Lisandro Rivera Jr., 83, passed away on July 7, 2025 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by his loving family. Lisandro was born in Sile, New Mexico to his parents, the late Lisandro Rivera Sr, and Rita on July 18, 1941.
He is survived by his wife Josephine; married 56 years, and daughters Denise and Donna. His brother Bernie (Melba) and two...
Herman Joseph Halper
July 6, 2025
Beloved Father • Korean War Veteran • Dedicated Air Traffic Controller, It is with profound love and sadness that we announce the passing of Herman Joseph Halper, who departed this life peacefully on July 6, 2025, at the age of 93.
Born in Chicago on January 12, 1932, Herman was a man of deep conviction, unwavering honesty, and tireless dedication. A...
Ammone Xaynhachack
July 6, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Ammone Xayachack, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and the cherished matriarch of our family. Ammone passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025, in Albuquerque, New Mexico, surrounded by the love of those she held most dear.
Born on March 3, 1940, in Champasak, Laos-a land rich in culture and tradition-she met and...
Boney Lopez
July 6, 2025
Born on November 28, 1934, in Sabinal, New Mexico, Bonifacio Lopez-affectionately known as "Boney"-entered this world with the quiet dignity that would define his life. On July 6, 2025, surrounded by the comforts of home in Albuquerque, he answered the final call, his spirit carried gently into eternal rest.
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A Life of Service and Faith
For decades, Boney dedicated himself to public...
Traci L Chavez
July 6, 2025
Traci L. Chavez, 63, of Albuquerque, NM, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2025. Born on May 23, 1962, in New Castle, PA, she was the beloved daughter of George and Mary Jo Dudash, both of whom preceded her in death. Traci’s life was one of compassion, generosity, and unwavering kindness. Her selfless spirit led her to dedicate many years...
Arthur Hille
July 5, 2025
Arthur Hille, 91, beloved Friend and Partner was called to his eternal resting place on July 5, 2025. He entered this world on November 4, 1933, in Venus, NE, born to Arthur and Bertha Hille. He grew up farming in Nebraska but took an interest in electronics and studied electrical engineering at the University of Colorado.
Arthur served his country for...
Patricia Ruth Webb
July 4, 2025
Patricia Ruth Webb
Patricia Webb, age 80, was a nurturing, diligent businesswoman who went home to be with God her Heavenly Father on July 4th, 2025. Patricia, a beloved mom, grandma, and great-grandma, was a devoted believer who loved attending Legacy Church, and always had her Bible open to a different page. Patty was happily married for 53 years to her...
Donald James Taylor
July 4, 2025
Donald James Taylor was born August 13, 1930, in Spencer, IA and passed away July 4, 2025 in Albuquerque, NM. Donald was the loving husband of Gail; and a loving father to daughter, Debra Salvador and husband, John. He was the beloved grandfather of Matthew and wife, Laura, Eric and wife, Andrea, and Adam and wife, Megan; and loving great-grandfather...
Gayle Petty
July 3, 2025
Patricia Gayle Petty
Gayle was born on November 19, 1940, in Amarillo, Texas. After enduring more than 9 years on kidney dialysis, she died peacefully at home on Thursday, July 3, 2025, surrounded by family.
Growing up on a farm outside of Vega, Texas, she graduated from Vega High School in 1958. After high school, Gayle pursued nursing and graduated from Texas...
Carla Rolison
July 2, 2025
Dr. Carla Lee's memory will be immortalized in the shrine of the hearts of those she loved. She was more than just a doctor for her patients, who would bring her presents she could take home to share with her loving family. As a care provider, she would share her precious time and compassion to those she treated to ensure...
Harry Edgar Meihaus
July 2, 2025
Harry Edgar Meihaus, born December 21, 1946, to Mary Catherine and H.E. Meihaus in Louisville, Kentucky, logged off his computer peacefully at Presbyterian Hospital after 46 years spent fine-tuning his world-renowned financial models, completing an extraordinary and intellectually rich life.
Ed earned a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Louisville on a full naval scholarship. He served honorably as...
Richard L. Allen
July 2, 2025
Richard L. Allen, age 89, of Albuquerque, New Mexico, died peacefully on July 2, 2025, following a long illness. He is survived by his wife Sandra of 67 years; daughters Kimberly Gabaldon, Nancy DaCosta, and Krista Allen; grandchildren Damien Gabaldon, Brandon Gabaldon, and Thomas Allen and wife Anya; his sister Darlene Gier; nephew Rick Gier and wife Kay; and several...
Abigail Gavaldon
July 2, 2025
We are saddened to share that Abigail Gavaldon has passed away on July 2, 2025. French Funerals & Cremations is honored to serve the family during this time. A full obituary will be posted once available.
Edward Patrick Brennan
July 1, 2025
Edward was born to William and Emily Brennan on August 2nd, 1934, in Queens, New York. It is with great sadness that our family announces his passing. At 90 years old, he went to meet the Lord on July 1st of 2025. Ed married the love of his life, Carol James, on January 11th, 1961, and spent 63 beautiful years...
John McGuire
July 1, 2025
John McGuire, 67, beloved Spouse and Son, was called to his eternal resting place on July 1, 2025. He entered this world on July 11, 1957, in Albuquerque, NM, born to Nihl and Margie McGuire.
Retired from the YMCA then worked at Quartermaster Sales, Ron Peterson's, and his favorite job in his later years was working at JTC.
John liked spending time...
Richard Michael Cady
July 1, 2025
Mike Cady (Richard Michael Cady), 68, left this world peacefully, at home, in the early morning hours of July 1, 2025. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Joan and Richard Cady, and is survived by sisters Jennifer and Lelia, brother and sister in law, Chris and Nancy Cady, and many friends who will miss him.
Mike was born on...
Gary Strahan
June 30, 2025
Gary Francis Strahan, age 85, passed away on June 30, 2025. Gary was born in 1940 to Bus and Maxine Strahan in Wayne, Nebraska. Even after moving to California with his family, Gary always thought of Nebraska as his home. From the age of fourteen, he would take the bus back every summer from California to Nebraska to help his grandmother...
Howard Miles
June 30, 2025
Maurice “Howard” MilesNovember 20, 1933 - June 30, 2025
Howard Miles, age 91, died June 30, 2025, in his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He is survived by his wife Joan and his children Lowell (Zenise), Lisette, and Leslie, his granddaughter Hannah (Lucas) Robillard, and his great-grandson Cash, all of Albuquerque. He is also survived by his brothers Melvin, John, Bill...
Susan Joy "Suzy" Fisher
June 30, 2025
Susan Joy "Suzy" Fisher was born in Brockton, Massachusetts, on May 18, 1954. She was the middle child of Alan and Jo-Mary Fisher. Suzy lived in Brockton, where she attended Bridgewater State College, graduating with a bachelor's degree in sociology.
Suzy joined the United States Air Force and served as an aircraft mechanic, stationed in California. Later, Suzy separated from the...



